Hey Stage 32 fam! I was on a low-budget shoot recently and someone asked me about tips for getting an awesome wardrobe for little money. I shared one tip I knew (read about it below) and wrote a blog post about it. I'd love to know if you guys have any other tips for getting a diverse wardrobe for your film when raiding the cast's closet won't cut it. Have you ever made deals with local theaters to borrow their wardrobe? Here's a blog post about wardrobe rentals: http://mysweetaffair.com/wardrobe-film-cast/
Your Stage : What are some ways to get cheap wardrobe for your film's cast? by Samantha Mauney Aiken
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Nice article... I'm thinking going to the thrift store is a good choice right? Lol lots of good inexpensive clothes there
Definitely! Especially if you plan on destroying the clothes.
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Thrift stores are the best option. Some cast will provide their own wardrobe without being asked. Amazon has some good cheap options that will arrive quickly, but I avoid them for ethical reasons if there are other avenues available.
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Another option is to find stores to sponsor your film for a credit. You have to return items dry cleaned or buy them if they get damaged. One example was when I did it for a low budget feature when I needed to wardrobe a wedding scene. I went to a bridal shop and they loaned me all of the bridesmaids dresses and the jewelry for a film credit. The actresses wore their own shoes. I learned NOT to take my own clothes and shoes on set to loan because my original wedding shoes got stolen from that same film even though they were not used in the shoot. so be wise to have a guard for the wardrobe at all times if you are borrowing or renting items. Theater companies rent too btw.
Kim- I've considered local product placement sponsors but not wardrobe sponsorship. That's a great idea!